Homemade Meatloaf

Here’s a simple and delicious Homemade Meatloaf recipe:

🍖 Homemade Meatloaf

Ingredients:

• 500g ground beef (mince)
• 1 small onion (finely chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 2 tbsp ketchup (plus extra for topping)
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (optional but tasty)
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp paprika or chili powder (optional)

For topping:

• 3–4 tbsp ketchup
• 1 tsp brown sugar (optional for a sweet glaze)

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Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease a loaf pan or baking tray.
2. In a large bowl, mix:
   ground beef, onion, garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and paprika.
3. Mix gently—don’t overmix or the meatloaf can become tough.
4. Shape into a loaf and place in the pan.
5. Spread ketchup (and brown sugar if using) on top.
6. Bake for 45–60 minutes, until fully cooked (no pink inside).
7. Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing so it holds together better.

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🍽️ Serving ideas:

• Mashed potatoes
• Steamed vegetables
• Rice or salad

If you want, I can also give you:

• Juicy restaurant-style meatloaf version
• Cheese-stuffed meatloaf
• Air fryer meatloaf recipe